1 Which heavy metal is found in dental amalgam fillings? Lead Cadmium Mercury Mercury is a major component of dental amalgam and can release vapors that may reach tissues throughout the body. Learn more. Arsenic 2 In high-income countries, which group is more likely to have chronic kidney disease go undiagnosed? Toddlers Older teenagers White…
From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Presidency on Sunday mounted a robust defence of President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, dismissing former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s criticism of the administration as outdated, misleading and detached from current economic realities. In a lengthy statement titled, “Facts, Not Fear: A Point-by-Point Response to Atiku Abubakar on Nigeria’s Reform Journey,”…
By Fred Chukwuelobe Many people have criticised certain airlines for operating what they describe as “old aircraft,” with some alleging that such airplanes pose a threat to safety. It is common to see passengers board a flight, inspect the seats and cabin interior, and, upon noticing worn-out fittings, loose panels, faded cabin panels, or taped sections,…
By Paul Dada Former Mauritania’s Minister of Economy and Finance, Dr. Sidi Ould Tah, was on Thursday, elected to take over as the 9th President of the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group. The former Director-General of the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) will take over in September fromNigeria’s Akinwumi Adesina, who has…
Every year on May 27, Nigeria joins the rest of the world to celebrate Children’s Day, a special occasion dedicated to honouring the joys and rights of childhood. It’s a day to spotlight the importance of nurturing, educating, and protecting the young ones while also reminding adults of their own childhood memories. Here are five…
10 Untold Facts About Tompolo You Never Knew 1. Tompolo was born into the royal family of Okerenkoko, a town in Gbaramatu Kingdom of Delta State. His father was the traditional ruler (Pere) of the kingdom, giving him significant traditional authority even before he rose to national prominence. 2. He once enrolled in Delta State…
The detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu’s Special Counsel, Barrister Aloy Ejimakor, has announced a halt to press briefings concerning the core details of Kanu’s ongoing trial. Ejimakor announced the decision of the legal team on Friday via a brief statement shared on his verified X (formerly Twitter) account. “A decision has…
NotJustOk’s Afrobeats Power Ranking for Q1 2025 confirmed what many already sensed: the competition within the Afrobeats scene is fiercer than ever. From January to March, artists vied for dominance, with the rankings reflecting their musical output, fan engagement, and overall influence. This quarter’s list showcases a mix of established stars and fast-rising talents, with…
Olamide has remained an important figure in the Nigerian music industry to date and here are the top five facts you did not know about the music mogul. Being viewed as one of the most influential rappers in the Nigerian music industry is not an understatement for the YBNL Boss Olamide; this is why we…
By Lawrence Agbo Alagba, Nigeria’s royal tortoise alleged to be the oldest in Africa, lived to the estimated age of 344 before its death on October 3, 2019. Considered a historical figure, Alagba lived in the palace of the Soun of Ogbomoso in Oyo State and breathed its last during the reign of Oba Oladunni…
